If you've caught yourself exclaiming with horror that you might be pregnant forever, then this one's for you. With only 5 percent of babies born on their due date, a whole lot of women go into pregnancy overtime. We get it - you're exhausted, uncomfortable and plain old ready to meet that late little one. So how can you get the ball rolling? We've compiled 4 … [Read more...] about Ready, set, go! 4 all-natural ways to start labor
How to weather the winter with a baby on the way
'Tis the season for billowing scarves, thick wooly mittens and mugs of hot cocoa. With another winter here, we're giving thought to facing these dipping temps and whipping winds - all while bundling up around a baby bump. Here are four tips to surviving your first winter as a mama-to-be:Moisturize Pregnancy has a way of zapping your skin of its moisture, all to ensure … [Read more...] about How to weather the winter with a baby on the way
FDA issues warning about “keepsake ultrasounds”
Recently, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration cautioned moms-to-be about the use of ultrasound imaging and heart beat monitors. The new consumer update issues no qualms over either practice when performed by a qualified health care provider out of medical necessity. We repeat: Ultrasounds are perfectly safe when ordered by your doctor or midwife. So, what's all the fuss … [Read more...] about FDA issues warning about “keepsake ultrasounds”
5 sweet holiday traditions to start during pregnancy
Love, family and joyful memories - those are the makings of one happy holiday. Think you can't get started building your family traditions until after your little one arrives? We have five sweet ways that say otherwise: Letter to baby Take a moment during the holidays to pen a year-in-review letter to your little one. This year, tell your son or daughter all about the joy and … [Read more...] about 5 sweet holiday traditions to start during pregnancy
This way to Zen: 3 easy ways to beat stress
As if you needed one more thing to stress about, recent studies suggest chronic anxiety could be troublesome for you and your little one. Planning for a baby's arrival can be a mix of emotions: joy, anticipation and fear in equal measure. While you can't allay your worries entirely, it's in your baby's best interest to find stress relief - and fast. Studies … [Read more...] about This way to Zen: 3 easy ways to beat stress